Stone deaf started with nothing but a massive pedal collection that became an obsession and later on led to creating its pedals. If youre looking for a way to cut down the size of your pedal board, this follow up to stone deafs pdf1. Sep 19, 2014 the pdf 1 can do wild eq shaping, distortion, phasing and fullyfreaked wah effects. Uk pedal co stone deaf has announced the pdf1x, a limitededition version of the pdf1 overdrive pedal beloved by the likes of josh. The stone deaf fx noise reaper is a simple, highquality noise gate designed for linelevel instruments. Add a stone deaf ep1 active expression pedal to the expression input control and on top of the impressive regular tone shaping features, pdf2 can also be used for wah, phaser and manual tonal shifts to give you even more tonal creativity. The pdf 2 is its successor and features reduced noise floor, adjustable gain knob and dual footswitch for clean and dirty channels. The pdf1x is stone deaf s most versatile offering combining boost, cut, parametric eq, distortion, overdrive and fuzz tones as well as expression. Please note the expression input will only work with stone deaf ep1 active expression pedal.
This technology has shaped the foundation of stone deafs amazing range of drive, distortion and fuzz pedals. The pdf2 is its successor and features reduced noise floor, adjustable gain knob and dual footswitch for clean and dirty channels. The sound and design is also coined from bob moogs 1970 maestro mpf1 for gibson the limitededition pdf1x is stone deaf s. Im thinking of getting one, but id like to hear the pros as the cons. Just picked up the stone deaf pdf1x i think its limited edition. Just recently, i announced the winner of the stone deaf pdf 1 parametric distortion filter give away winner kirk t. Takes the best bits of the pdf1 and pdf2 and combines them for a set and forget pedalboard. The pdf 1x is a combined boost, eq and gain effect. Guitar pedals, effects pedals and guitar amplifiers stone deaf. Ep1 expression pedal is our dedicated expression pedal for our overdrives only.
Huge kyuss and qotsa fan as well, and ive owned an original maestro for quite a few years that the stone deaf is a clone of. The soft clipping circuit is set to pdf1 territory use the internal gain trim pot to get pdf2 gain. Stone deaf fx pdf2 parametric distortion filter rogue guitar shop. Stone deaf fx pdf1 parametric distortion filter pedal.
The original stone deaf pdf1 was used by josh homme, nick valensi and other infamous guitarists. The stone deaf pdf 2 is the successor to the iconic pdf 1, with adjustable gain control, reduced noise floor, and dual footswitch for dirty and clean channels. Log in or sign up to leave a comment log in sign up. Now, stone deaf fx of manchester, england, has created a sturdier and more versatile evolution of the maestro circuit. Its been 10 years since stone deaf presented its first offering the pdf1 to the world and they have decided by popular demand to bring it back but to keep the features of the pdf2 as well as add some new things to the circuit. Stone deaf effects pdf1 parametric distortion filter. Back in september 2009 what started as a hobby due to an obsession of collecting rare and vintage guitar pedals enabled stone deaf to be formed. Hmmm, no experience with the stone deaf pdf pedals, but i have a lot of experience with the ocd, which i find works best for me to stack in front of other pedals. That boosted signal going into a d pedal is pure bliss. Stone deaf debuts limitededition version of josh hommefavored. It gives the amp a nice low end fullness that cant be attained just by turning the amp bass knob up. Stone deaf fx pdf1x ltd edition signed 2019 reverb.
Just picked up the stone deaf pdf 1x i think its limited edition. But it gives you access to sounds that most runofthemill pedals cant deliver. The pdf1x is stone deafs 10th anniversary boost, drive. Proudly manufactured in manchester, united kingdom. The original stone deaf pdf 1 was used by josh homme, nick valensi and other infamous guitarists. Sep 17, 2019 uk pedal co stone deaf has announced the pdf 1x, a limitededition version of the pdf 1 overdrive pedal beloved by the likes of josh homme the pdf 1x adds a new volume booster, quieter operation, an additional 15db of output, and combines the pdf 1 and pdf 2 feature sets. Like its inspiration, the pdf1 is not the most outthere fuzz or fattest distortion. A boost pedal with no controls whats going on here. From its first pedal pdf 1, which is a clone and improvement on the original maestro mpf 1 designed by bob moog, it. This ultraversatile pedal applies to various instruments. Add a stone deaf ep 1 active expression pedal to the expression input control and on top of the impressive regular tone shaping features, pdf 2 can also be used for wah, phaser and manual tonal shifts to give you even more tonal creativity.
I would just look at a better high gain pedal like the mesa throttlebox or the bogner burnley. Modulargrid uses socalled cookies to ensure its socalled functionality. Electric guitars acoustic guitars bass guitars amps effects and pedals drums and percussion pro audio keyboards and synths dj and. Despite its formidablesounding moniker, the stone deaf pdf1 parametric distortion filter proves to be a pedal of myriad applications beyond. Dec 23, 2019 an original design offering parametric eq, clean boost, distortion and fuzz, stone deaf fxs pdf parametric distortion filter is the most popular pedal of this british boutique builder, which is releasing a pdf1x limited edition to celebrate its 10th anniversary. Cool parametric eq with lots of mojo, but not giving you anything that most of other parametric eq stompboxes cannot give you. Its a versatile pedal thats applicable to many instruments.
Theres also an expression pedal input, which allows you to sweep through the frequency range like you would with a wah pedal, but bear in mind, this is only compatible with the stone deaf ep1. New stone deaf pdf 2 parametric distortion filter pedal. Add a stone deaf ep1 active expression pedal to the expression input control and on top of the impressive regular tone shaping features, pdf2 can also be. Stone deaf fx pdf2 parametric distortion reverb demo video. If youre not sure what its all about, check this video. It will also work on bass, synth or other instruments should you wish to experiment, so it is quite possibly one of the most versatile analog pedals on the market today. Stone deaf fx noise reaper gate pedal delicious audio. Dabbling in boost, overdrive, distortion and allaround sweet toneshaper, todays featured pedal is a true jackofalltrades in the effects department. From taut overdrive to wild distorted sounds, to fixed wah tones and footcontrolled phaser and wah sounds via the optional active stone deaf ep1 expression pedal not included in delivery, available under art. Please note the expression input will only work with stone deaf ep 1 active expression pedal. The 200 units come with custom graphics and signatures from stone deaf and illustrator mcbess, while. Parametric eq with a footswitchable clean and dirty channel.
Despite its formidablesounding moniker, the stone deaf pdf 1 parametric distortion filter proves to be a pedal of myriad applications beyond heavy and blazing riffrock. If youre looking for a way to cut down the size of your pedal board, this follow up to stone deaf s pdf1 adds. It is not compatible with any other brand products or the tremotron or syncopy pedal. But once david gilmour took over, they evolved into a stadiumrock band and began crafting extravagant concept albums. Sep 18, 2019 stone deaf effects limited edition pdf 1x. Pdf2 parametric distortion filter the younger brother of the pdf1. As the younger brother and the successor to the original pedal, the pdf2 improves on the design with a reduced noise floor, adjustable gain knob and a dual footswitch for clean and dirty channels. Stone deaf effects limited edition pdf1x josh homme.
Despite its formidablesounding moniker, the stone deaf pdf1 parametric distortion filter proves to be a pedal of myriad applications beyond heavy and blazing riffrock. Back in september 2019, ukbased pedal maker stone deaf introduced the pdf1x, a limitededition version of the pdf1 overdrive pedal used by artists like josh homme. Stone deaf fx pdf1 parametric distortion filter pedal of. Stone deaf fx pdf1x parametric distortion filter ebay. It has a 5way bandwidth selector, allowing you to fatten the bottom end or thin out the highs, giving you tremendous flexibility add in the distortion and youve got innumerable possibilities. Stone deaf pdf1x distortion for sale in canada free. Stone deaf effects started producing them back in september 2009, the uk based boutique pedal maker was attempting to rework a classic design. Its not the signed version with the handpainted reaper artwork.
An original design offering parametric eq, clean boost, distortion and fuzz, stone deaf fxs pdf parametric distortion filter is the most popular pedal of this british boutique builder, which is releasing a pdf1x limited edition to celebrate its 10th anniversary. Stone deaf pdf 2 parametric distortion filter pedal. I also think stone deaf s older pedals look cool, unlike their newer flat boxes tremotron, syncopy with the switch to side jacks. Stone deaf fx pdf1 parametric distortion filter effects.
My friend owns the maestro pedal that this is modelled on. The limitededition pdf1x is stone deafs original mpf1 reinvented. It does what the pdf1 and pdf2 do, but it has the gain knob as a set and forget internal gain pot. Well, the pdf1 gives you up to 20db of volume boost height with a parametric eq. Stone deaf fx pdf1x ltd edition signed 2019 nathans.
The point is, this dastardly box can deliver many shades of distortion and turn on a dime thanks to its innovative mirror mix control. One of the most useful pedal based eq, boost and distortions on the market. This pedal celebrates the 10th anniversary of the companys very first creation, the pdf1. Stone deaf brings unwanted noise to deaths door with the. From doomsday devices to versatile dirt boxes, we pick out 20 essential distortion pedals for the modern guitarist. The pedal uses a high quality vca which is the that corporation 2181c for this application giving transparent ultralow distortion and high dynamic range to keep your tone sounding absolutely fantastic. Difference between the two is reduced noise using a power supply, increased gain. May 21, 20 these are definitely some of my favorite posts to do. This original pedal is used by alex lifeson of rush and more notably. New stone deaf pdf2 parametric distortion filter pedal. Posted by pedal of the day on monday, may 30, 2016 in overdrive distortion, stone deaf sometimes, pedals are labeled as one type of effect, when they maybe should have been labeled differently, with a title that suits what they do better.
Stone deaf brings unwanted noise to deaths door with the new. The stone deaf pedal doesnt have the big wheel on the side like the maestro pedal however. The only knob controls the db threshold under which the signal is silenced, with a led indicating if the noise gate is active or not. Time for another give away for this one, im giving away a very cool pedal. The noise reaper can operate in pedal mode and series fx loop mode. Oct 29, 2018 the pdf1 was stone deafs first product and has been used by infamous guitarists such as josh homme, nick valensi and many others. The additional functionality that you get with the expression pedal and midi controls is considerable, and for players willing to leverage the whole of the stone deaf s potency, the pedal could become a powerful stage and studio fixture. Has anyone tried the stone deaf fx pdf 2 parametric distortion filter on bass. Sep 27, 2016 hmmm, no experience with the stone deaf pdf pedals, but i have a lot of experience with the ocd, which i find works best for me to stack in front of other pedals. Stone deaf guitar pedals, effects pedals and guitar. You can feed it to one or two amps and control its frequency sweep with the stone deaf ep 1 expression pedal if. This pedal works incredibly well on guitar or bass. For eq boost and distortion in one easy to use pedal, the stone deaf pdf2 delivers. Despite being relatively new to the scene, stone deaf is one of the leading creators of forwardthinking boutique effects pedals and amps in the uk.
Stone deaf fx manufacture guitar effects pedals, including analogue delay, tremolo, overdrive, modulation, distortion and fuzz pedals. Stone deaf fx pdf1 parametric distortion filter reverb. The stone deaf pdf1 parametric distortion filter pedal, out of england, is a parametric equalizer with switchable clean and distorted circuits, enabling you to easily boost and cut tones by 20db. Stone deaf fx pdf1 parametric distortion filter give away. The pdf1 stands for parametric distortion filter number 1. Stone deaf fx pdf2 distortion pedal free shipping in canada. We use cookies to provide you with a better experience. The stone deaf pdf2 is the successor to the iconic pdf1, with adjustable gain control, reduced noise floor, and dual footswitch for dirty and clean channels. Stone deaf fx pdf2 parametric distortion filter delicious. This parametric distortion filter serves up enough dirt to please death himself. It has the cleandirty switch the internal gain pot kicks in only on.
As used by many professionals on tour this proves to be a rugged pedal. Stone deaf pdf1x distortion for sale in canada free shipping. Finally, theres an expression pedal jack it only works with the stone deaf ep1, which is not included that can be used with the bandwidth control to create wah and phasestyle effects. To make full use of the eq, stone deafs active ep1 expression pedal allows cocked wah and hands free filter sweeps. Its been 10 years since stone deaf presented its first offering the pdf 1 to the world and they have decided by popular demand to bring it back but to keep the features of the pdf 2 as well as add some new things to the circuit. The sound and design is also coined from bob moogs 1970 maestro mpf1 for gibson. The stone deaf pdf1x ltd edition is a hybrid pedal combining the attributes and features of the pdf1 and the pdf2. The pdf1 from stone deaf fx is labeled as a distortion, but it really is so much more than just that.
Stone deaf fx pdf2 parametric distortion reverb demo. For greater savings check out our used stonedeaf pdf1 pedal and get a great deal today. The stone deaf kliptonite is onepart overdrive and onepart fuzz. The stone deaf is the follow on from their amazing pdf 1 drive that found its way on to many pedalboard across the world. Known for their sweet 1930s graphics and iconic tremotron and fig fumb pedals, stone deaf already sits in the modern effects hall of fame. Stone deaf fx pdf1x standard stone deaf custom shop. It is a parametric eq that has a switchable clean and distorted circuit inside which enables the user to cut and boost by 20db of a selected frequency from 65hz3000hz. Deaf fxs pdf parametric distortion filter is the most popular pedal of. Besides these innovative features, it now incorporates an expression input control feature for a phaser, wahwah, and manual tonal shifts as standard. A truly unique drive pedal unlike anything else, pdf1 sported a parametric eq and active circuitry that allowed for onthefly control via an expression pedal. Takes the best bits of the pdf1 and pdf2 and combines them for a set and forget pedalboard staple that brings life to dead tone and bland amps. The pdf1 can do wild eq shaping, distortion, phasing and fullyfreaked wah effects.
The stone deaf fx pdf1 stands for parametric distortion filter number 1. The pdf 1 stands for parametric distortion filter number 1. Artists like josh homme have relied on the original pdf 1 to produce a lot of his overdrive sounds over the last few years. Please note the expression input will only work with stone deaf ep1 expression pedal. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies in accordance with our cookie policy. Active circuitry became stone deafs thing because it could give the guitarist a very wide range of tone and that was also something that those involved in stone deaf also craved. It does what the pdf 1 and pdf 2 do, but it has the gain knob as a set and forget internal gain pot. The best pieces of quarantine gear for guitarists. Using a custom c100k rev log pot to create analog wah, tone filtering and phaser tones when used with our overdrives.
The pdf1x is stone deafs most versatile offering combining boost, cut, parametric eq, distortion, overdrive and fuzz tones as well as expression. When pink floyd started out in the psychedelic mid 1960s, they were playing clubs, led by syd barrett on guitar. The pdf1x is stone deafs 10th anniversary boost, drive and. Warp drive, kliptonite, fig fumb, trashy blonde and the successor to the. The pdf 2 is the follow on from the amazing pdf 1 drive that found its way on to many pedal boards across the world. Jun 21, 2016 for eq boost and distortion in one easy to use pedal, the stone deaf pdf2 delivers. Stone deaf debuts limitededition version of josh homme. Stone deaf fx pdf2 parametric distortion filter on bass. This is a parametric distortion filter is based on the maestro parametric filter mpf1.
Stone deaf pdf1x limited edition delicious audio the. Starting with a huge pedal collection, then an obsession and then moving on to design and manufacturing of our own pedals back in 2009 stone deaf was just a thought of what might be. Stone deaf pdf2 parametric overdrive pedal andertons music co. Now the company has unveiled the noise reaper professional noise gate, a design that evolved out of the technology used in the companys warp drive distortion and fig fumb fuzz pedals. You can feed it to one or two amps and control its frequency sweep with the stone deaf ep1 expression pedal if. The soft clipping circuit is set to pdf1 territory from manufacture so adjust accordingly to get pdf2 gain by using the internal gain trim pot.
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